Stringed musical instrument using spring tension
US8779258B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 18, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG10D3/147
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A tensioner for a string on a stringed musical instrument is provided. The tensioner can include an elongated body, at least two spring modulation members, a spring modulation support, and at least one spring. Each of the spring modulation members have a first portion pivotably attached to a portion of the elongated body. The spring modulation support is pivotably attached to a second portion of each of the spring modulation members. The spring is interposed between the elongated body and the spring modulation support.
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